Monthly Archives: January 2013

By Dawna Matthews For the last few weeks, we have focused on celebrating holidays, surrounding ourselves with loved ones, and bringing closure to the year as we make room for the new. Most of us use the new year as a beautiful opportunity to resolve to grow and transform. I …

By Kim Robson In the wake of the Sandy Hook tragedy, everyone is talking about strengthening the guns laws in this country. And we do need better gun control, certainly. However, better gun control wouldn’t have prevented the deaths in Connecticut, where they already have some of the toughest gun …

By Shannon Thompson It is true. Our culture increasingly emphasizes consumerism over connection, and overindulgence often replaces the enjoyment of simple and sustainable pleasures. And yet, every year, most of us experience this time as one earmarked for celebration and anticipate this season for various good reasons. We anticipate the …

By Fredrica Syren Due to cost, more and more of our foods are becoming genetically modified these days. However, we really don’t know what the long-term effects of these foods are because they really have not been tested enough. Since GMO foods do not require labels, the scary thing is …

By Carolyn Fallon The holiday season is upon us and many families are enjoying their time together. While it is important to create great memories with family and friends, and cherish the moments that we have with one another, we must not forget to maintain a healthy lifestyle through activity …